Originally posted by K2 to K50 I want that jump from 16 to 24 megapixels, plus at least one good modern lens - maybe the Pentax HD DA 16-85mm ED DC WR and maybe even the Pentax 1.4 teleconverter.Birds, flowers, insects my main interests ... That monster Pentax D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED Lens with 15-20% off would also be very tempting
1. I'm with CarlB. Get the KP rather than K-70. It's a way superior class of camera. Better AF, better metering, more durable, better construction, better SR, excellent high-ISO and host of extra features. You'll need to get an L size handgrip though.
2. The 70-200 would be a beast to lug around. And for birds you want more reach anyway. If you are going to lug that much weight, consider the DA*300 + TC instead. Or the DFA 150-450. Or for a more lightweight, portable, versatile affordable alternative, just get the DA 55-300 PLM. It's a very good lens too.
3. The 16-85 is quite expensive. Consider the DA 18-135 instead. It's amazingly cheap if bought in a bundle with the camera.
4. I've bought many things from CRK. I missed a sale once too and when I explained they offered me the same deal.